Macky vs Jump Desktop
Jump Desktop is a mature remote desktop app with support for both RDP and its own Fluid Remote Desktop protocol. It handles full GUI access well across multiple platforms. Macky is different: it focuses on the terminal, works over WebRTC, and is built specifically for iPhone-to-Mac access.
Different Protocols
Jump Desktop uses RDP and its Fluid protocol, both designed to transmit a rendered desktop. Macky uses WebRTC for a direct peer-to-peer connection that carries terminal data. For developers who live in the terminal, WebRTC is faster and uses far less bandwidth.
Terminal-First vs Desktop-First
Jump Desktop gives you the full Mac desktop rendered on your phone. Macky gives you a terminal. If your work is command-line-based, the terminal-first approach is more practical on a small screen and works better on mobile data.
Built for Developers
Macky has native support for Claude Code and Codex. Run AI coding agents from your phone, monitor their output, and approve changes. Jump Desktop has no developer-specific tooling.
When to Use Jump Desktop
Jump Desktop is the better choice when you need full GUI access to your Mac, want to connect from a non-iPhone device, or operate in Windows and RDP environments. Its Fluid protocol delivers smooth desktop performance, and its cross-platform support is broad. It's also a solid option if you need to remote into Windows machines.
If you primarily need terminal access to your Mac from your iPhone — with minimal setup and low bandwidth usage — Macky is the more focused tool for that job.